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Planning Your Kitchen Renovation

The kitchen is where homes come alive — for cooking, entertaining, and gathering. Whether building a new kitchen or updating an existing one, thoughtful planning ensures it fits your lifestyle. Consider layout, materials, colours, storage, and appliances.

Affordable Flat Packs offers a practical guide to help you plan your renovation with ease, creating a kitchen that’s both functional and beautiful.

Layout

There are countless kitchen layout options available, but it’s essential to choose one that best fits your home and meets your needs. Depending on your space and current layout, there are several shapes and configurations to consider when planning your kitchen.

U-Shaped Kitchen

U-shaped kitchens are ideal for busy cooks and fast-paced kitchens.

With everything within easy reach, these layouts often position the fridge just outside the “U” to maximise available counter space.

L-Shaped Kitchen

L-Shaped Kitchens: Versatile and Modern

The L-shaped kitchen is a popular choice for contemporary homes. Featuring a central island, it works perfectly for multipurpose kitchens and can be customised to suit almost any style. This layout is especially effective in larger spaces, providing ample room for cooking, storage, and socialising.

Galley Kitchen

Efficient, Practical, and Stylish

Galley kitchens offer a compact, streamlined layout that keeps everything within easy reach. Use the kitchen triangle to position your sink, stove, and fridge for smooth workflow, and plan based on how you use your space for maximum efficiency.

Materials

The materials you select for your cabinets and benchtops play a crucial role in both the durability and overall look of your kitchen.

Available Materials

Choosing the right materials is essential for a durable and stylish kitchen.

At Affordable Flat Packs, we offer laminate benchtops and do not supply stone options. Custom cabinetry is available in 2-pack or laminate finishes, made from high-quality Australian HMR or MR MDF boards. A wide range of colours and finishes lets you tailor your kitchen to your style.

Hardware

The right hardware adds both style and function to your kitchen.

Affordable Flat Packs uses high-quality Blum hardware for all drawers, runners, and hinges. Choose from standard, semi-soft close, or soft-close drawer runners to suit your needs and budget. Your Sales Manager can guide you to the best options for your project.

Kitchen Styles

Make your kitchen truly your own by selecting colours and textures that reflect the style you want to achieve. Whether your preference is traditional, contemporary, or casual, the right combination of finishes can bring your vision to life.

Traditional Style

A traditional-style kitchen takes cues from classic European design, featuring symmetry, decorative trims, intricate patterns, and polished finishes. Using traditional colours and textures helps create a warm, inviting, and timeless atmosphere.

Contemporary

Contemporary kitchens embrace the “less is more” philosophy. They feature sleek, smooth surfaces with minimal patterns, focusing on clean lines and simple textures. Accents of bold colour can be paired with softer tones to create a striking, modern statement. This simplicity not only enhances style but also ensures a highly functional kitchen.

Casual

Casual kitchens emphasise natural materials and simple features, creating a relaxed, welcoming space. Soft pastels or warm earthy tones add comfort, while mixing textures and finishes can personalise your design.

Choose warm colours like reds, yellows, and oranges for a cozy feel, or cool blues and greens for a calming, serene atmosphere. Thoughtful surface and colour choices help your kitchen feel both practical and inviting.

Storage

Smart storage is key to a functional kitchen. Use cabinets that maximise available space, extend pantries to the ceiling, and integrate bins to keep your kitchen tidy.

Don’t forget overlooked areas like above the fridge or behind lower cabinets. Plan around your appliances and supplies to ensure practical, accessible storage throughout your kitchen.

Incorporating Existing Appliances

Using your current appliances can help reduce renovation costs. Check if they’re still efficient and fit your new kitchen layout.

When adding new appliances, measure carefully and ensure enough space. Planning ahead, even for small details, ensures a functional and attractive kitchen. For guidance, consult the Affordable Flat Packs team.